The Last Words of David

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What library would be complete without this exquisite piece by Randall Thompson? A dramatic work on the text of II Samuel 23:3,4 that runs the spectrum of dynamics and demands vocal control.

Commissioned and premiered in 1949 by the Boston Symphony Orchestra to honor Dr. Serge Koussevitsky for 25 years of directorship. Roaring ascending scales in the accompaniment reflect the great strength of this Old Testament text. The popularity of this anthem is surpassed only by Thompson's Alleluia.

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Orchestra:
2 Flutes, Piccolo, 2 Oboes, English Horn, 2 Clarinets in A, Bass Clarinet in A, 2 Bassoons, Contrabassoon, 4 Horns in F, 3 Trumpets in C, 2 Tenor Trombones, Bass Trombone, Tuba, Timpani, 2 Percussion, Harp, and Strings.

Chorus Band:
2 Flutes, Piccolo, 2 Oboes, English Horn, 2 Bassoons, 3 Clarinets in B-flat, Alto Clarinet in E-flat, Bass Clarinet in B-flat, Contrabass Clarinet in B-flat or Contrabassoon, 2 Alto Saxophones in E-flat, Tenor Saxophone in B-flat, Baritone Saxophone in E-flat, 3 Trumpets in B-flat, 4 Horns in F, 3 Trombones, Baritone, 2 Tubas, String Bass, Timpani, 2 Percussiona, and Harp. <br